1986 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 vs. 2010 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volkswagen Touareg (225 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1986 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. (133 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1986 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 936 kg more than 1986 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Touareg will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2010 Volkswagen Touareg (550 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 372 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. (178 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. 2010 Volkswagen Touareg has automatic transmission and 1986 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 has manual transmission. 1986 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Volkswagen Touareg will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1986 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 | 2010 Volkswagen Touareg | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Volkswagen |
Model | Alfa 6 | Touareg |
Year Released | 1986 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 133 HP | 225 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 178 Nm | 550 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 2406 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4755 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1928 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1727 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2855 mm |